RESEARCH LINES

Seeking to meet the general and specific objectives of the PROPEC, as well as its multidisciplinary nature and differentiation, were created following research:

Computational Mechanics

Description:

In this line of research, the objective is the study and development of methods and techniques that enable advances in computer simulation of engineering systems. The research projects of interest here address several areas of Structural Engineering, focusing not only solving typical problems of structural metallic systems, but also taking into account aspects related to computational efficiency, computer graphics and mesh generation (models). In general, the Finite Element Method (FEM) and Boundary Element (BEM) have been considered in the design of the line. In fact, this line of research is at the interface with the other lines of the program graduate, providing technical support on many projects. Below, we list teachers, research projects and theses and dissertations directly associated with this line.

Structural Engineering and Materials

Description:

The analysis of the behavior of structures, their components and materials is the object of study of this research. Her research projects involving the use of computational and experimental methods for studying the behavior and use of structural steel and composite steel and concrete. These research projects are eminently practical, with the development of solutions for the industry.

Architecture and Built Environment

Description:

In this line of research aims to evaluate human comfort in buildings industrialized, with emphasis on thermal and acoustic performance of new systems of locks and construction employed in construction cleaning. Analysis of the design of modular and industrialized building systems and the possibilities for its use as architectural language and the study of the construction process complete: fabrication, pre-assembly, transport and assembly errors, projects, etc.. It is further evaluation and diagnosis of pathologies constructive interfaces proposing the same control techniques, inspection and maintenance construction and post-occupancy evaluation.